While our backgrounds and experiences are diverse, we share a deep commitment to Jesus Christ, to each other, and our neighbors. Watch these stories of faith in the everyday lives of Mormons. You can also meet Mormons here.

Our faith influences nearly every aspect of our lives. Beyond simply believing in Jesus Christ, we try to bring His teachings to life at home, at work and in our communities. Here are a few of the cultural priorities embraced by members of the Church around the world.

We are all spiritual children of a loving
Heavenly Father who sent us to this earth to learn and grow in a mortal state. As Mormons,
we are followers of Jesus Christ. We live our lives
to serve Him and teach of His eternal plan for each of us.

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Hi I'm Katy

I'm a harpist. I'm a seamstress. I bake. I'm a mother to 5 girls. I'm a mormon

About Me

I have 5 girls. Yes, five. I thought each one of them was going to be a boy. Boy was I wrong. Don't feel sorry for my husband because they adore him, and of course the adoration is mutual. I care for them at home and love it. I love to be the maker of my home, where it can be a refuge from what the world is offering. I love to sew, creating something with dimension out of a flat, fluid medium. It feeds my soul to create.

Why I am a Mormon

We recently went to NYC for a week to celebrate our anniversary. We saw broadways, ate the most delectable food, and spent money on "things". New York is one of the fastest paced cities in the world. As we were walking down Madison, my thoughts drifted to my kids at home with a babysitter and I smiled. I smiled because I know that that is where true happiness resides--in a family. I am a Mormon because I believe in being together as a family for the eternities, obtaining that immortal life through my Savior who atoned for all my mistakes and sins. I believe that peace and joy can only come through that knowledge.

How I live my faith

I'm the Young Women's president (ages 12-18) and adore the girls I teach. It helps me to better understand this age group and prepare for when my own girls are teenagers.

Frequently Asked Questions

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How are modesty and chastity related? How can parents teach their children to be modest in dress, language and behavior?

We talk frequently about these subjects when teaching the teenage girls. How a young woman dresses directly correlates to keeping her chastity. When one dresses showing respect for her body and self, those around her will, in turn, respect her for who she is and what she stands for.
Parents, especially mothers, teach by example. If I see a mother dressed with low cut blouses and mini skirts, you can bet her daughter dresses just like her. We talk openly about modest bathing suits and modest clothing with our children and help them to dress appropriately, but still with a sense of style so they are confident.
Being an example also holds true to language and behavior. Why would a child stop swearing if they hear it constantly coming from those who are supposed to be teaching them proper behavior?
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As a young woman I have been protected by my decision to be modest. I am not only modest because I feel my body is sacred, but I love that people treat me with respect because I am modest. My mother has been such an inspiration in my life because she has taught me this through her example. When I was a younger teenager and would sometimes test the principle of being modest, she would explain to me that however I dress is how people view me. This is when I fell in love with the word, "classy". Dressing modest always looks classy and there is nothing about dressing inmodest that looks classy. It is more attractive to see someone dressed classy and modest because than your focus goes onto the person not the outfit. I am so grateful to have learned this at a young age because of my wonderful mother. I have defintely seen its effects by the reactions when I get when meeting people because their eyes go straight to mine. I love it!
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Do Mormons worship Joseph Smith?

No. "Worship" is reserved for members of the Godhead: Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost. Worship means giving absolute devotion, adoration, and submission to someone, and only God is worthy of receiving true worship. God said "Thou shalt have no other gods before me. (Exodus 20:3)" So what do we think about Joseph Smith? He was a mortal man called by God to serve as a prophet, and he was a great prophet. We love Joseph Smith, we study his teachings, and we are grateful for the work he did. But we do not worship him any more than we worship Moses, Elijah, Isaiah, Peter, or any other prophet. We worship God.
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